We never know what to say when someone asks what makes a restaurant or bar cool. It’s mostly a combination of intangible factors that allow a venue to have ‘it’. We don’t quite know what it is, but Martha Street Kitchen in Camp Hill has it in spades. If we had to give you the elevator pitch on this new eatery, it would include mention of an effortlessly chic space, a menu of delights that are a feast for all senses, and a refreshing approach to what a casual suburban eatery and bar should be. Sound good? You bet it does. more

After a long week it’s only natural to want to burrow ourselves away underground and hibernate all weekend. We’re not going to say that you shouldn’t get cosy, but we do suggest you do it in the company of baked brie, polenta crusted salt and pepper calamari and crispy chicken wings. The Stuffed Badger in Bowen Hills is a new nocturnal nook that is perfect for nestling – easing the week’s woes with a terrific mixture of atmosphere and fare. more

Nestled in the heart of Hawthorne is a new coffee haunt that is pairing the art of java with science. We’re talking test tubes of turmeric lattes and beakers of stacked milkshakes – but before you start imagining walls covered in the periodic table of elements, lit Bunsen burners and dangerous chemicals, know that The Chemistry of Coffee simply seeks to bring a bit of fun and education to Brisbane’s cafe scene. You don’t need to take notes and there won’t be any exams – just tasty treats, excellent service and sublime coffee. Top marks for all! more

Look, it’s time to put something to rest. There is no such thing as burger fatigue. Want to know why? The hamburger has been around for more than a century, which means that in one hundred years no one has decided that burgers were over. Burgers are a staple of casual dining across the globe. Meat patties, fried chicken, and tempura eggplant – any filling is fitting on a burger because a burger doesn’t limit itself (except for, you know, the two bun situation). If you’ve been looking for a definitive list of Brisbane’s best burgs, here is a whopping list of ‘WOW’-inducing handfuls for you to get your mitts around. more

If you aren’t enough of a responsible adult yet to care for a pet or child, there is always one option for sating your paternal instincts. A plant doesn’t talk back, nor does it cry at odd hours of the night. If you are keen to start caring for a leafy baby or two, we suggest branching (get it?) out and going with a plant that is a little bit different than your run-of-the-mill succulent. We’ve picked five plants to start with that are not only easy to care for but also fun to look at. more

It is the last weekend of autumn, guys. Winter is backing into our fair city like a disgruntled waitress in an old-timey movie who uses her hips and bum to open doors because her hands are full of trays balancing milkshakes and soda pop. Anyways, if you want to max out your final fall days you’ve come to the right place – from indie spirits to fun camp for grown-ups, we’ve scouted what’s on in Brisbane on the May 25–28 weekend. more

First came the fashion, now comes the food. Westfield Chermside is about to hit another home run with the second phase of its redevelopment, which is set to be unveiled on Thursday June 22. This time more than 20 new eateries are coming to what will be Australia's biggest Westfield – headlined by the arrivals of anticipated eateries Betty’s Burgers, Bin 931 and Bootlegger. more

Adventures are awesome – this is a fact. It is also an undisputable truth that adventures are made even better when they involve food and wine. When you add some stunning scenery into the mix, it pretty much becomes the recipe for a perfect afternoon. Are you following? There is an event that has been specifically designed to take you and your tastebuds on a round-trip to Flavour Town, stopping at all stations along the way. Bite Sip Stroll returns for its second outing on Saturday June 3, giving you the chance to experience the gastronomic delights of four of Queensland’s most exclusive restaurants in a single afternoon. more

There are two kinds of people in this world – those who love grocery shopping and those who are sane. Most of us can agree that the only good part of the weekly grocery slog is when you get to pretend to be Jack in Titanic when you ride the trolley down the aisle with arms outstretched (maturity levels pending), not to mention that taking time out of your precious weekend to trek to all of the different places for all of the different things is a serious buzzkill. Barry Bros has landed to change the grocery game forever, providing you with a one-stop shop for amazing organic goods – and it’s all available at the swipe of a finger. more

Transport your mind for a moment, if you will, to a sunny Parisian courtyard filled with treasures. Picture yourself lazily strolling through the leafy, lush precinct with a coffee in one hand and a croissant in the other, stopping to pick up a few things along the way – a bouquet of wild botanicals here, some handcrafted cheese there, perhaps a handmade blouse … You don’t have to snap out of this European fantasy just yet – the Vieille Branche winter design market is happening on Saturday June 3 to make all of your new-season dreams come true. more

When it comes to fashion, it’s hard to resist a good collaboration. Two geniuses are better than one, right? In an industry where boundaries are constantly being pushed and tested, it’s always nice to see big-time names coming together to create sartorial magic. Lucky for us, the teams from award-winning men’s style online destination MR PORTER and iconic luxury fashion house Gucci have teamed up to bring us a capsule collection that celebrates the best of each brand. more

There’s really no way around the fact that we are living in a consumer society. We love to shop and we love nice things – it’s okay. It’s very easy to go HAM and make it rain at your local Kmart or Target, but things get tricky when you think about the back-story of your $10 jumper and how it came to be. It’s well worth your while to seek out ethical companies that not only sell killer stock but also stick up for the people who make it. One Another is an amazing online store working hard to provide unique handmade goods crafted by disadvantaged women in developing countries, acting on the principle that behind every one of its products there is a person and a story. more

The traditional girls weekend is a bona fide rite of passage – this all-time bonding experience is a pure indulgence and immersion in all things fun and femme. What could be better than packing up the snacks, firing up your Spotify sing-alongs and bundling into the roomiest car to head off to a weekend escape with your ladies? Finding the perfect spot to shoot off to can be tricky because sometimes it can feel like the regular destinations are a bit too familiar. Lucky for you, we’ve teamed up with our official site partner Mercedes-Benz Brisbane and its gal-pal guide ambassador Sofie Formica to bring you some out-of-the-box girly weekend getaways – all you have to do is make the playlist. more